The Rainbow lorikeet (Trichoglossus moluccanus) can commonly be seen all along the eastern coast of Australia. It is primarily a nectar and pollen feeder but has been observed to eat seeds and meat. Other species of parrots are also making this dietary change.

A Magpie-lark (Grallina cyanoleuca) fledgeling watches as its parent comes in to land

Magpie-lark (Grallina cyanoleuca) fledgeling watches as its parent comes in to land

This little family of Magpie-larks (Grallina cyanoleuca, a.k.a. peewee, peewit or mudlark) enjoyed hanging around in the trees direct;ly opposite the holiday unit. The female parent didn’t get a photo-op on this day, probably because she was out hunting.